Creamy Garlic Basil Pasta
A quick and creamy pasta dish bursting with garlic and fresh basil, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions.
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Add in the cooked pasta and toss to coat in the sauce.
- Mix in the fresh basil and season with salt and pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Pair with a salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg